It’s the Australia Day long weekend and we are anticipating a big one in the Jervis Bay area as many families also pack in some last-minute fun before the school year begins. Attend a corroboree, listen to the Hottest 100 in style, browse around the markets and back a duck in a race. There’s lots to see and do around the Bay, so please be patient and kind with each other, and with our wonderful hospitality staff who will be working in overdrive to serve you this weekend.
Saturday 25 January
Corroboree with Gadhungal Marring: Only a few spots left! Join in the Baabaa-Gulli Murru Krabri from 5pm on 25 January, a special corroboree at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum grounds, to celebrate and strengthen the rich First Nations culture within the community. Local cultural custodians invite us to walk with them. Tickets are available online from $90.

Arts Trail: Visit a plethora of open studios in the new Jervis Bay Arts Trail this Saturday from 11am to 2pm, and every last Saturday of the month. Meet the artists, see how and where they work, and perhaps pick up a unique artwork or object for your collection. Support local artists in a variety of mediums including painting and drawing, collage and mixed media, photography, textiles and more.
Hottest 100 parties: Jervis Bay Brewing Co and Husky Pub will both tune in to Triple J’s annual countdown of the hottest new Aussie music from midday on Saturday 25 January. Settle in with your favourite beverage, order some lunch and start counting down.

Live at El Horses: Ray Dimakarri Dixon is performing music from his album, Water is Life, with the Standing Strong Band at El Horses this Saturday night, $35 +bf. Ray, who writes and records music under his traditional name ‘Dimakarri’, is a passionate protector and custodian of Mudburra Country, channelling the fire that fuels him into a profound musical output. Ray has also produced the album Standing Strong and the recent EP Shadow Water. He is backed by Blue Mountains outfit The Standing Strong Band, who have worked with Ray since 2019 touring the NT. Book online.
Sunday 26 January
Duck Derby for Marine Rescue: back a duck in a race at the Moona Moona Creek Reserve, at the annual fundraiser for Jervis Bay Marine Rescue. Cheer on your duck from the shore, then enjoy some great food trucks and live music in the park.

White Sands Park community event: Husky Pub is hosting a family-friendly community day in White Sands Park from midday, with live music and a mechanical bull. Bring a picnic rug and settle in for a relaxing afternoon.
Craft Market: This Sunday from 9am is the Pyree Village Art & Handmade Market, a great opportunity to browse wares by local artists and creators from ceramics to woodwork, embroidery, jewellery, plants, stone carving, cards, jams, preserves, soaps, lavender, scarves, baby wear and more. Next to the Pyree Village Hall, Greenwell Point Road.
Berry Village Market: One of the South Coast’s most popular markets with dozens of gorgeous stalls, this one is in the Berry Bowlo grounds from 10am Sunday. Food and beverage, produce, arts and crafts and live music make this a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning.
Next week
Sound Bath at The Greenhouse Huskisson: Jen Freeman of Healing Sounds Jervis Bay invites you to walk in and experience a sound bath, anytime from 5pm to 7pm this Thursday 30 January ($20 cash or card), no booking required just walk in and pay at the door. Enjoy the plants, the ambience and ocean views as Jen bathes you in the waves and vibrations of healing instruments, such as singing bowls and chimes. Enter up the staircase between 5 Little Pigs café and Weekends boutique.

Collage Nightclub at Shoalhaven Regional Gallery: Not your typical party night! Collage artist Sarah Enright will be your DJ for the evening on Thursday 30 January as you explore combining paper materials into your own artwork. $95 +bf includes all materials for your art expression and a glass of wine on arrival. The playful environment will help to free up your creative imagination! At the Shoalhaven Regional Gallery from 6pm-9pm.